Side-by-side cruise ship comparison · Updated January 2026
across 5 categories
Size
Based on gross tonnage and length
Capacity
Based on passengers and crew
Modernity
Based on year built
Service
Based on passenger-to-crew ratio (lower is better)
Spaciousness
Based on gross tonnage per passenger (higher is better)
Carnival Panorama
Carnival Sunrise
Gross Tonnage
Carnival Panorama
133,500 GT
Carnival Sunrise
101,509 GT
Length
Carnival Panorama
323 m
Carnival Sunrise
272 m
Beam
Carnival Panorama
37 m
Carnival Sunrise
36 m
Passengers
Carnival Panorama
4,008
Carnival Sunrise
2,764
Crew
Carnival Panorama
1,450
Carnival Sunrise
1,100
Decks
Carnival Panorama
—
Carnival Sunrise
—
Year Built
Carnival Panorama
2,019
Carnival Sunrise
1,999
Space Ratio
Carnival Panorama
33.3 GT/pax
Carnival Sunrise
36.7 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Carnival Panorama
2.76 :1
Carnival Sunrise
2.51 :1
| Specification | Carnival Panorama | Carnival Sunrise |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Carnival Cruise Line | Carnival Cruise Line |
| Class | Vista Class | Triumph Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,019Winner | 1,999 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 133,500 GTWinner | 101,509 GT |
| Length | 323 mWinner | 272 m |
| Beam | 37 mWinner | |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 4,008Winner | 2,764 |
| Crew | 1,450Winner | 1,100 |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 33.3 GT/pax | 36.7 GT/paxWinner |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.76:1 | 2.51:1Winner |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Fincantieri | Fincantieri |
| Flag | Panama | Panama |
| IMO Number | 9802384 | 9138850 |
Carnival Panorama is the significantly larger vessel at 133,500 GT — 32% more than Carnival Sunrise's 101,509 GT. Carnival Sunrise offers more personal space with a space ratio of 36.7 GT per passenger versus 33.3. Built in 2019, Carnival Panorama is 20 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Carnival Panorama |
| Capacity | Carnival Panorama |
| Modernity | Carnival Panorama |
| Service | Carnival Sunrise |
| Spaciousness | Carnival Sunrise |
Bottom line: Carnival Panorama wins more categories (3 vs 2), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Carnival Panorama
Built in 2019 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
Large 4,008-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
4,008 passengers means tons of activities
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Carnival Sunrise
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Good value for money
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Good range of onboard options
Free cancellation on most rooms
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36 m |
| Draft | 8.6 mWinner | 8.5 m |
| Decks | — | — |
